Lou Hutcheson, MD
NPI 1508877986 · Specialist · Alma, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lou Hutcheson, MD is a Specialist provider in Alma, GA (NPI 1508877986).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508877986
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 40698 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
420 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 113 | $169 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 112 | $3 |
| Stool Analysis for Blood to Screen for Colon Tumors82270 | 103 | $4 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 48 | $85 |
| Pelvic Exam99459 | 17 | $20 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 14 | $113 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Estradiol | 183 | 45 |
| Fluconazole | 75 | 36 |
| Medroxyprogesterone Acetate | 67 | 12 |
| Metronidazole | 50 | 30 |
| Ketoconazole | 40 | 13 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 35 | 24 |
| Estradiolbrand: Estradiol (once Weekly) | 24 | — |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$98 across 5 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 203 S Wayne StAlma, GA 31510-2919Phone: (912) 632-8288Fax: (912) 632-3758
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-10
- Last updated
- 2025-02-24
- Certified
- 2025-02-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lou Hutcheson's NPI number?
- Lou Hutcheson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508877986, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lou Hutcheson's specialty?
- Lou Hutcheson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is Lou Hutcheson located?
- Lou Hutcheson's practice location on file with NPPES is 1126 W 12th St, Alma, GA 31510-1814.
- What is Lou Hutcheson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lou Hutcheson is (912) 632-0884.
- Does Lou Hutcheson accept Medicare?
- Lou Hutcheson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lou Hutcheson's NPI active?
- Yes — Lou Hutcheson's NPI (1508877986) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-02-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.